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Benin Airport (IATA: BNI, ICAO: DNBE) is an airport serving Benin City, the capital of Edo State in Nigeria. The runway is in the middle of the city.[3]
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History
Benin City Airport was built in the 1970s as a small airfield to serve the local community. Over the years, it has undergone several upgrades and expansions to become a modern airport, with a new terminal building and improved facilities. In 2007, the airport was renovated and expanded to accommodate larger aircraft and increase passenger capacity.[4]
Facilities
The airport has a modern terminal building, duty-free shops, restaurants, currency exchange services, and car rental services. The airport also has a runway that is 2,451 meters long and 45 meters wide, with a taxiway and apron facilities. The airport has a capacity to handle up to 500 passengers per hour.
Airlines and destinations
Benin City Airport is served by several airlines, including Air Peace, Arik Air, Green Africa Airways,[5] and United Nigeria Airlines.[6] The airport offers flights to Abuja, Lagos, and Port Harcourt.
Statistics
- On-Time Performance (OTP): 3.8/5 stars (source: FlightStats)
- Number of Flights: 18 flights on 2 different routes (source: FlightRadar24)
Popular Routes: Connects BNI to 2 different cities in 1 different country (source: FlightRadar24)
Location
The airport is located in the heart of Benin City, approximately 7 kilometers northeast of the city center. It is easily accessible by taxi or car, with parking facilities available for passengers and visitors.
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